Children & Teen Fiction Books

Book SynopsisShe is an unlikely friend, who gets accused of mixing a batch of explosives that blew up a football player. The two of them are drawn together at a time when gene editing technology is starting to explode.

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Book SynopsisGet ready for some super summer mayhem with this totally awesome collection of six favourite Horrid Henry stories.Join Henry for a scorching summer as he does what he does best - causes mischief! Featuring hilarious stories, plus totally awesome puzzles and summer jokes.Featuring:Horrid Henry and Moody Margaret Fluffy Struts her Stuff Horrid Henry's Wedding Moody Margaret's Sleepover Perfect Peter's Horrid Day Horrid Henry's Bake Off The perfect summer holiday read for Horrid Henry fans everywhere.Trade ReviewHorrid Henry is great fun and as irresistible as ever. - The Bookbag on HORRID HENRY'S NIGHTMARE

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Book SynopsisFrom the author of To Kill a Kingdom and Into the Crooked Place comes the second in a spectacular fantasy duology, in a world thriving with black magic.Trade ReviewThis book is full of adventure, flirtation, sass, betrayal, disguise, growth, duty, fate and a hint of pirate swashbuckling fun. I highly recommend this novel as an excellent adaptation of the Little Mermaid that has managed to become its own story in the process * Mythic Reader *To Kill a Kingdom is the The Little Mermaid of your nightmares... you should definitely add this one to your to read lists! Lira is an absolutely riot! * Beautiful Bookland *I really, really, loved this book. There's not enough books out there which go into the underwater-fantasy genre. To Kill a Kingdom fills that gap in the market. It's well written and the characters are simply brilliant * Life Has A Funny Way *I thoroughly enjoyed this book * Much Ado About Books *This was AWESOME. It's so rare to find well-developed second-world fantasy YA standalones - but this book managed to deliver a great story, three-dimensional characters and excellent world-building all within one single novel * Astolat Books *This is actually a harder review to write than I anticipated; I literally just want to write a page of "I love it, I love it, I love it" and squeal with excitement as I reminisce over this incredible book and suffer through my book hangover! I can't recommend To Kill A Kingdom highly enough; it certainly lives up to the expectation and can certainly rival incredible fantasy books such as those by Maas and Bardugo, and I can't wait to see what Christo writes in the future! * Snaily Can Fly *a glorious new book for your YA fantasy shelf * Library Looter *It has everything! Banter, sass, chemistry, pirates, adventure, action, a bitch queen mother, incredible world-building, consistent plot and pacing and awesome character arcs and progression. Ultimately, it is incredibly fun and entertaining. Just read it. * Emma's Chapter *Alexandra Christo's debut is much better than anything Maas has ever written. Definitely a book that I can see turning into a big hit with readers. * Mystic Reads *The world building is deft, and the spectacular ending is a happy one for Lira and Elian, but it will leave readers blissfully wanting more. * Bulletin for the Center of Children’s Books *

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Book SynopsisWith fantasy, science fiction and magic at their core, the stories are sharp, atmospheric and visual explorations of histories, relationships and alternate universes that you can't help but to get lost in.Trade ReviewA Pheonix First Must Burn: Sixteen Stories of Black Girl Magic, Resistance and Hope edited by Patrice Caldwell is a must read. The anthology contains 16 engrossing short stories by some of the best authors of colour. From Elizabeth Acevedo's story exploring a slave revolt in 1522 to Ibi Zoboi's piece inspired by Carribean lore to Somaiya Daud's entrancing fantasy and Patrice Caldwell's vampires reimagined, there is something in this anthology for everyone. * The Scotsman *A treasure-house anthology of science fiction, fantasy and magic stories centred on black women. From a novice sorcerer who unleashes killer unicorns to a girl who can stop time, and another whose heart is slowing turning to ash, the collection is filled with beauty, fierceness and excitement. * The Guardian *Sixteen stories of Black girl magic, hope and resistance have been gathered together by Patrice Caldwell into this unique collection. The tales are from bestselling and award-winning authors who explore the Black female experience through fantasy, science-fiction and magic. Engaging stories centre around strong women and gender-nonconforming individuals, existing in worlds from the past, present and the future. Folk tales are retold and alternative realities are explored. The characters are witches, schoolgirls, sisters, rebels - highlighting the fact that heroines come in all shapes and sizes. Bravery links all the characters, though they are dealing with a variety of issues, such as betrayal, trauma, relationships and first love. Like any collection, some stories will appeal more than others, though all are of a high standard. Patrice Caldwell has done a marvellous job of editing this collection, including different writing styles across the genres. Some of the stories almost feel too short, like they are just the beginning or are extracted from a longer adventure. A Phoenix First Must Burn is a fantastic resource. A contributors' section ends the book, which guides the reader towards what to read next * Childrens Books Ireland *

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Book SynopsisCelebrate a truly horrid Christmas with Horrid Henry and this festive storybook bind-up.Packed with six favourite Horrid Henry stories, plus bonus content to make sure Christmas is stuffed full of cheeky festive fun.This is the perfect stocking filler for Horrid Henry fans everywhere!Stories included are:Horrid Henry and the Dinner Guests Horrid Henry's HikeHorrid Henry Robs the Bank Horrid Henry Goes ShoppingHorrid Henry's InvasionHorrid Henry's Horrid WeekendTrade ReviewWe can never get enough of Horrid Henry - and the more horrid he is, the better he gets! * LIVERPOOL ECHO *Outrageously funny and endlessly inventive * JEWISH CHRONICLE *Even with his horrid tricks, I will always give Henry 10/10 * Niamh, age 8, TESCO MAGAZINE *

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Book SynopsisNix sets the standard for fantasy' - Leigh Bardugo 'Passionate, compelling, and teeming with the fantastic, the story of Elinor and Terciel - a prequel to Nix's beloved Old Kingdom classics - will charm new readers and thrill longtime fans.' - Cassandra Clare'A fantasy that reads like realism.Trade Review"Passionate, compelling, and teeming with the fantastic, the story of Elinor and Terciel - a prequel to Nix's beloved Old Kingdom classics - will charm new readers and thrill longtime fans." -- Cassandra ClareAfter a long wait, Nix returns to the land of the Abhorsens in this superb prequel. Unconventional, gifted Elinor lives a secluded life - until the forces of the dead attack her quiet home, and tangle her fate with that of Terciel the Abhorsen-in-Waiting, skilled in Charter magic and in fighting back the dead. Exhilarating, fast-paced, fierce and funny, it introduces the parents of Nix's later heroine Sabriel in a standalone that will please both newcomers and devoted fans. -- Imogen Russell Williams * The Guardian *

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Book SynopsisA romantic standalone fantasy set in the world of Raybearer, from New York Times bestselling author Jordan IfuekoTHE SMALLEST SPARK CAN BIND TWO HEARTS . . . OR START A REVOLUTION. In the magic-soaked capital city of Oluwan, Small Sade needs a job - preferably as a maid, with employers who don't mind her unique appearance and unlucky foot. But before she can be hired, she accidentally binds herself to a powerful being known only as the Crocodile, a god rumoured to devour pretty girls. Small Sade entrances the Crocodile with her secret: she is a Curse Eater, gifted with the ability to alter people's fates by cleaning their houses. The handsome god warns that their fates are bound, but Small Sade evades him, launching herself into a new career as the Curse Eater of a swanky inn. She is determined to impress the wealthy inhabitants and earn her place in Oluwan City . . . assuming her secret-filled past - and the revolutionary

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Book SynopsisFrom the author of the Carnegie Medal nominated Wolf by Wolf, comes an epic new story - A fast-paced, heart-stopping journey through time that will leave you breathless.Time is running out . . .Farway McCarthy was born outside of time. With nowhere to call home and nothing to anchor him to the present, Far captains a crew on a dangerous mission into the past.When he collides with Eliot - a mysterious, secretive girl, whose very appearance raises questions about time itself - Far immediately distrusts her.But he must take a leap of faith, following Eliot on a race against time, if he is to protect everything he's ever loved from disappearing forever . . .Trade ReviewGraudin depicts the futuristic, high-tech world and the fulsome and frenzied historical settings with equal richness . . . A madcap, vivid time-travel tale with a strong ensemble * Kirkus *Invictus gripped my heart. Graudin's achingly beautiful prose and thoughtful exploration of time, history, and identity create a stunning story. I couldn't turn the pages fast enough, and yet I wanted to savour each decadent sentence. Readers be warned, you'll want to stop time to live in this tale * Roshani Chokshi, New York Times bestselling author of The Star-Touched Queen *If the crew from Firefly somehow wound up as teenagers on the TARDIS and had to solve a Fringe-type mystery before time literally disappeared, you'd have something like Invictus * Beth Revis, New York Times bestselling author of the Across the Universe series *Wild and gorgeous, vivid and consuming. * Laini Taylor, author of the Daughter of Smoke and Bone trilogy on WOLF BY WOLF *...an incredible read and fans of Dr Who or time-travel in general will be hooked. * Maximum Pop! *Graudin weaves an exciting plot where time travel is just the beginning. Her characters are spunky, smart-mouthed, tormented, emotionally yearning and contemporary. It's Firefly meets Assassin's Creed, but Graudin has a way with words that gives the book depth and makes it more than just an enjoyable page-turner. * BookTrust *...her writing is golden, powerful and completely addictive. -- Emma Gray * Never Judge a Book By It's Cover *If epic adventure, fabulous settings and thoughtful worldbuilding are your things, you're going to love Invictus. * The Bookbag *Invictus was a gripping, fast paced, action packed, funny, heart warming, rollercoaster of a read and I couldn't recommend it more highly. * Girl Reading *Invictus was a highflying knock out for Ryan. Readers will be taken on a time travelling adventure and they definitely will not want it to end. * Literary-ly Obsessed *...literally crafted to perfection so you'll never want to put it down! If you're a fan of The Heroes of Olympus series, or Six of Crows, basically anything where a group of kids have to come together and save the world/steal some stuff, then you're going to love this book. * Heart Full of Books *It's got twists and turns that had me gaping in amazement, as well as emotional scenes that made my heart hurt. * Wishes On Eyelashes *...raises questions about how far our lives are fated and how much we shape our own destinies. * Reading Zone - Teacher Review *Invictus is perfect for fans of sci-fi reads and time traveller lovers. * Be My Anchor *Invictus is a tremendously fun novel, which fuses sci-fi and historical fiction with style, empathy and humour. brimming with entertaining characters and an indomitable energy, Invictus delivers mind-bending adventure. * The School Librarian *

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Book SynopsisPacked full of every type of poem you can think of, this quirky, wonderful collection of poems from Roger Stevens and Steven Withrow, with fantastic funny illustrations from Katie Abey, is a great way to get kids excited about poetry!It wasn't meor was it He,My evil, evil, evil twin?I didn't mean to be so mean. There goes my evil twin again.Join poets Roger Stevens and Steven Withrow for this magical mixture of poems. Sometimes funny, sometimes serious there's something here for everyone. Just remember though - whatever happens... it's not my fault!Book band: Dark BlueIdeal for ages 9-10

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Book SynopsisEngland, 1485. Young George is plucked from his grand home and finds himself a hostage to King Richard III. With the king's enemies advancing, the whole country is in turmoil, and George believes he is doomed to die. Is there any way he can escape the anger of the weak and cruel king?

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Book SynopsisThe final book in The Trapdoor Mysteries, a series about Tally, a code-breaking, animal-loving girl and her best friend, a squirrel named Squill, who solve mysteries with the help of a secret library...Tally was once a servant girl at Mollett Manor - as well as the Secret Keeper of the magical library hidden underneath the manor's grounds. Along with Squill the squirrel, she used the enchanted books in the library to solve crimes. Then Tally finds out a secret about her past, her entire life changes. Suddenly she's travelling aboard a huge ship on her way to New York to try and find her mother. When valuable items go missing from passengers' cabins on the ship, everyone expects Tally to be able to catch the culprit. But will Tally be able to solve the mystery without the magic of the Secret Library?

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Book SynopsisTrade ReviewA glorious ode to the beauty of pre-teen friendship and the beginnings of blurred lines and vital questions of identity. By far my favorite middle grade novel of 2021! * Nic Stone, New York Times bestselling author of Clean Getaway *“Thanks a Lot, Universe demonstrates how you don't always know what your peers are going through, and how powerful kindness is. This honest portrayal of family trauma, changing friendships, and big emotions tugged at my heartstrings. Brian and Ezra will stick with me for a long time!” * Janae Marks, author of From The Desk of Zoe Washington *“I loved this book. It's raw and heartfelt and debut author Chad Lucas has a gift for detail: the way a shirt scrunches up beneath the arms, the dialogue that would fit right into any middle school school hallway, the really poignant descriptions of anxiety and panic attacks...there is a distinctive honesty to the writing. I found myself cheering for our protagonists almost immediately, and their voices drew me along through a story and a message that should be widely shared. This book is going to do a lot of good.” * Wesley King, Edgar-award winning author of OCDaniel ***STARRED REVIEW** "Featuring snappy dialogue from earnest tween voices, skillful prose guides this engrossing story from start to finish. The themes and social commentary found here are gentle and organic—never heavy-handed—and the plot’s antagonists are far from two-dimensional, expertly reflecting real-life human complexity for a middle-grade audience." * Kirkus Reviews ***STARRED REVIEW** "Lucas’s prose is funny and deeply empathetic, respecting readers’ ability to handle heavy topics but lightened with frequent laugh-out-loud moments. . .Perfect for the transition from middle grade to young adult literature." * School Library Journal *Lucas concludes with a welcome touch of realism. * Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books *

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Book SynopsisThis charming retelling of stories from both the Old and New Testaments is the perfect introduction to the Bible's main characters.

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Book SynopsisNumber One for Fiendish Fun! Get ready for a bumper edition of mayhem with this totally awesome collection of six favourite Horrid Henry stories! Spend your summer holidays with Horrid Henry! This book contains six favourite stories, plus lots of fun jokes and activity pages to keep Horrid Henry fans of all ages entertained for hours.An irresistible introduction to reading for pleasure - the perfect gift for Horrid Henry fans everywhere.Trade ReviewForget Harry Potter, it's a wicked, spiteful boy who's really firing kids' imaginations. - GuardianHorrid Henry is great fun and as irresistible as ever. - Bookbag on HORRID HENRY'S NIGHTMARE

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Book SynopsisFor over a century, the Blackwells have protected the town of Hollow Cliff from vengeful spirits.

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Book SynopsisDo you like exploring, animals and adventure? Then join The Adventure Club! A brand new illustrated series for younger readers about animals and adventure from much-loved author Jess Butterworth - writer of classic adventure stories in vibrantly described settings.It's time for another Adventure Club trip! When Tilly learns that the monsoon rains in India are late and the tigers in a local sanctuary have disappeared searching for water, Tilly is worried. The sanctuary is surrounded by busy roads and cities. It's not safe for tigers. She decides that this is a job for The Adventure Club. She gathers the team - Julia, Steve, Leo and Anita - and they travel to India in search of the tigers.At the sanctuary Tilly encounters elephants, antelopes and crocodiles ... but where are the tigers?Join the Adventure Club with Tilly to find out!Packed full of illustrations and set as Tilly's own diary, this new series is perfect for young readers who are beginning to read on their own.

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Book Synopsis From Eunice and Sabrina Moyle—aka Hello!Lucky—the superstar creators of My Mom Is Magical! and My Dad Is Amazing! comes Easter Is Egg-cellent!, a humor‑filled board book that’s perfect for Easter celebrations. In this whimsical holiday romp, every bunny—and every chick and lamb—is getting in on the festive fun! Celebrate all of the things that make Easter special as eggs are hunted, sweets are eaten, and fascinatingly frilly hats are worn as everyone waits for the Easter Bunny to arrive. Hello!Lucky lends their vibrant illustrations and pun-derful voice to this ear-resistible board book.

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Book Synopsis'A rollicking espionage adventure' Financial Times'A fun-filled ride with spies and care homes! I loved it!" Maisie Chan, author of Danny Chung Does Not Do Maths Olive Jones has just inherited her grandmother's memories - through a mysterious new device called a Memoriser. But her grandma has left her a mystery in those memories. And now it's up to Olive to solve it.After her grandmother's funeral, Olive learns she has inherited something unexpected: her grandmother's memories.Olive is surprised - her grandmother wasn't a cuddly, affectionate kind of grandmother. Curious about what she might discover, Olive sets out to 'watch' the memories. But before she can, they're stolen right from under her nose. Olive can't understand why anybody would want to steal the memories. As far as she'd known, her grandmother had always lived an utterly ordinary life.Following the trail of the thief, Olive begins to discover that her grandmother's life wasn't what she thought. As she unravels the secrets lurking in her grandmother's past, she discovers clues Grandma Sylvie left her. It's up to Olive to solve the mystery of the memory thief, and in the process, learn about the incredible life and adventures of the grandmother she has never really known.A contemporary story for 9+ readers with a futuristic twist, perfect for fans of Ross Welford.Trade ReviewKate Gilby Smith's second novel, with its Bondian gadgets and le Carré-esque moles, should keep junior spy-thriller aficionados very happy * Financial Times *Olive Jone and the Memory Thief is a fun-filled ride with spies and care homes! I loved it! * Maisie Chan, author of Danny Chung Does Not Do Maths *Refreshing * The Sunday Times *

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Book Synopsis An action-packed, spine-tingling ghost story about twins with supernatural powers—perfect for fans of Five Nights At Freddy’s and the Goosebumps seriesThirteen-year-old twins Gabby and Trent Manning are Connecticut’s youngest paranormal investigators. They both inherited “the gift” from their grandparents, the Mannings, whose legendary ghost hunts inspired several books and movies. But after their untimely deaths years ago, the Mannings have nearly been forgotten.Armed with EMF machines, flashlights, and recording equipment, the twins’ mom drags them all over New England in an attempt to bring their family back into the limelight. Never mind that Gabby is tired of being known as a Ghost Twin, and Trent finds most of their haunts to be pretty frightening. Their latest destination is just what their mom thinks they need to go viral: the abandoned Majestic Theater, the site of the Mannings’ infamous faile

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Book SynopsisKamaria loves nature but can a thirteen-year-old dreamer really make a difference? This summer, her life will change forever when she discovers extraordinary mythical creatures who need her help ... A story of family, secrets and nature in peril for readers who love to be inspired.Thirteen-year-old Kamaria lives for nature and dreams of attending an eco-camp abroad. But Kamaria''s overprotective parents worry about exploring in her hometown, so how likely is that? Then summer is turned upside down by a visiting cousin who isn''t shy about bending the rules ...When strange mythical creatures appear to Kamaria, desperately seeking her help, she knows she must find a safe haven for them. Can the cousins put aside their differences to help each other do what they love? And will Kamaria find her voice to make a change?An empowering heartfelt love-letter to the natural world, inspiring everyone to believe in being the change they seek. You can make a di

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Book Synopsis'an exceptional compelling debut' - Alex Wheatle, author of Crongton Knights'a wonderfully imaginative tale about the power of sisterly love and defying the entangled threads of fate' - Andy Sagar, author of Yesterday Crumb'such fun, fizzing with ideas ... a great, really original adventure' Penny Chrimes, author of Tiger HeartIn a land trapped by fate, only courage can re-write the future.In the magical village of Everspring, everyone receives a fate card before their twelfth birthday, sent down from the mysterious Mount Never. It tells them their purpose, their profession and how old they'll be when they die.Nearly 12-year-old Ember Shadows has always believed she is destined for great things. But when her fate card arrives, it's blank. What does that mean? Then, worse still, her sister's card decrees she will die before her next birthday. No way is Ember's going to let that happen.Determined to challenge what - or who - is responsible for these cards, Ember sets off up the mountain, a place no one is allowed to go. She encounters forbidden realms full of magic, trickery and curious creatures. In a thrilling race through a magical landscape, Ember Shadows must uncover the secret behind the fate cards in order to save her sister ...But will Ember like what she finds at the top of the mountain? With hints of Alice in Wonderland, shades of The Phantom Tollbooth and echoes of Pixar's Inside Out, this a thrilling, warm-hearted race through magical realms, a classic magical adventure, beautifully illustrated throughout.Trade ReviewA wonderfully imaginative tale about the power of sisterly love and defying the entangled threads of fate * Andy Sagar, author of Yesterday Crumb and the Storm in a Teacup *Rebecca King has written an exceptional compelling debut - another star in the making for UK children's literature * Alex Wheatle, author of Crongton Knights *Such fun, fizzing with ideas and a great, really original adventure * Penny Chrimes, author of Tiger Heart *Thrilling, filled with memorable images and shot through with the delicious dream logic of Lewis Carroll and Norton Juster * Mark Powers, author of Space Detectives *Rebecca King has created something really special . . . it is fabulous * Justine Windsor, author of Goodly and Grave *

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Book SynopsisJoin Vetman, Imogen, Findlay and a whole cast of incredible bionic animals as they save animal companions everywhere from the evil plans of The Man With No Name - just in time for Christmas! An amazing animal adventure for readers aged 7-11 from Noel Fitzpatrick, Channel 4''s SUPERVET.Vetman lives in a cottage outside a sleepy English village, where nobody realises that he''s saving animals in incredible, bionic ways - except the animals themselves, of course!But trouble is brewing... because Vetman''s old foe, The Man With No Name, has set up camp nearby and plans to poison dogs and cats across the land, ruining Christmas for everyone. Imogen and Findlay stumble across an injured hedgehog and take him to Vetman''s door, they have no idea that they are about to embark on an important mission to save more than just their spiky new friend. Together with Vetman and his brave bionic animal clan, they must take down The Man With No Name!Trade ReviewFor the adventure seeker and animal lover in the family * Irish Independent - Christmas recommendations *

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Book SynopsisThis story is part of Reading Champion, a series carefully linked to book bands to encourage independent reading skills, developed with Dr Sue Bodman and Glen Franklin of UCL Institute of Education (IOE) Fantastic, original stories are accompanied by engaging artwork and a reading activity. Each book has been carefully graded so that it can be matched to a child''s reading ability, encouraging reading for pleasure. Perfect for 5-7 year olds.In this twist on the original fairy tale The Snow Queen, Gerda tells her story of rescuing Kay.

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Book Synopsis*Winner of the 2023 Wainwright Prize for Children's Writing on Nature & Conservation!*'A captivating tale that glistens with wonder. Leila and Fox will always have a home in my heart' Sophie Anderson'This is an extraordinary book - wild and beautiful and perfect' Katya BalenCome with an Arctic fox on a breathtaking journey ... an enthralling story from the bestselling, award-winning creators of Julia and the Shark. With dazzling blue and black illustrations and presented as a deluxe hardback with tracing paper inserts, this is a perfect gift for 9+ fans of The Last Bear and A Wolf Called Wander.Fox wakes, and begins to walk. She crosses ice and snow, over mountains and across frozen oceans, encountering bears and birds beneath the endless daylight of an Arctic summer, navigating a world that is vast, wild and wondrous. Meanwhile, Leila embarks on a journey of her own - finding her way to the mother who left her. On a breathtaking journey across the sea, Leila rediscovers herself and the mother she thought she'd lost, with help from a determined little fox.Based on the true story of an Arctic fox who walked from Norway to Canada in seventy-six days, a distance of two thousand miles, this compelling, emotional and beautifully illustrated story is the perfect gift for 9+ readers.Praise for Julia and the Shark:'A tale of courage, understanding and compassion' The Observer'Julia and the Shark is deep, beautiful and true. The art shines and the writing soars. A classic from cover to cover' Eoin Colfer'A truly beautiful book, with text and illustrations in perfect harmony. A book to treasure!' Jacqueline WilsonTrade ReviewBeautiful and moving, LEILA AND THE BLUE FOX delicately explores themes of migration, freedom and belonging, through a captivating tale that glistens with wonder. Leila and Fox will always have a home in my heart * Sophie Anderson *This is an extraordinary book - wild and beautiful and perfect. The mess and tangle of humanity is so brilliantly contrasted with the wild spirit of nature * Katya Balen *Leila and the Blue Fox really is a thing of beauty both inside and out * A.F. Steadman, author of SKANDAR *Powerful and moving * Countryfile Magazine *

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Book SynopsisTheir love was written in the stars, but how is Lia to move on when death trumps fate? An emotionally raw and romantic YA novel full of tragic beauty and a remarkably human take on loss, perfect for fans of Laura Nowlin''s If He Had Been with Me. ***What comes after heartbreak?Lia and Beck. Beck and Lia. Despite their parents' military careers orbiting them in and out of each other''s worlds, Lia knows they are destined to be together. It''s more than their friendship and chemistry. When Lia''s mum was a teen, a fortune teller said her daughter would fall in love with her best friend''s son. Lia and Beck were always meant to be. Or so they thought.When tragedy steals Beck away, Lia is devastated. She lived her life by her mother''s old fortune. If she was fated to be with Beck, and he is gone, who is she supposed to be? And is there room in her broken heart for life, let alone new love?Everything I Promised You is a heartbreaking but satisfyingly compelling portrait of grief, growth and acceptance from an exciting voice in young adult romance.TropesComing of AgeStarcrossed LoversCruel LoveUgly CryArmy BratYA Romance

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Book SynopsisAncient Egyptian mythology meets Game of Thrones in this spicy, epic fantasy simmering with rebellion, monsters, murder and desire. Perfect for fans of This Woven Kingdom, Lore and Children of Blood and Bone.

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Book SynopsisHigh kicks and low blows all round in this fantastic story about life at stage school, by the author of Ballet Shoes - perfect for young fans of TV shows like The Next Step and Stage SchoolIt's 1957 and Rachel and Hilary are sent to live with their ambitious aunt who runs a stage school, training a troupe of dancing girls. It's heaven for Hilary who loves to perform, but quite the opposite for quiet Rachel. The last thing Rachel wants is to become one of her aunt's Little Wonders - particularly if it means behaving like their irritating show-off of a cousin . . . A mischievous, fun and moving story about young performers, from the acclaimed author of the classic Ballet Shoes.

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Book SynopsisThis story is part of Reading Champion, a series carefully linked to book bands to encourage independent reading skills, developed with Dr Sue Bodman and Glen Franklin of UCL Institute of Education (IOE).Freya doesn''t always feel brave, but she tries her best. And when she sneaks away on a Viking adventure, she proves herself braver than most.Reading Champion offers independent reading books for children to practise and reinforce their developing reading skills.Fantastic, original stories are accompanied by engaging artwork and a reading activity. Each book has been carefully graded so that it can be matched to a child''s reading ability, encouraging reading for pleasure.

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Book SynopsisAn abridged and illustrated chapter book retelling of White Fang, part of the bestselling Classic Starts® series that has sold more than 8 million copies!  Half wolf, half dog, White Fang fully understands the cruelty of both nature and humans. After nearly starving to death during the frigid Arctic winter, he’s taken in first by a man who “trains” him through constant whippings, and then by another who forces him to participate in vicious dogfights. Follow White Fang as he overcomes these obstacles and finally meets someone who offers him kindness and love.

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Book SynopsisA little monster gets very mad when he feels that everyone gets what they want . . . apart from him. An energetic and fun picture book, exploring one of the recurring issues for the youngest child, who always feels like they get the raw end of a deal!

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Book SynopsisHoly macaroni! Someone is stealing tasty snacks and crafty food art at Friendswood elementary school. Luckily Catty Corner and her best friends, Jo and Bebe, are on the case. Soon they're following clues and tracking down leads. But the three friends can't agree on muchis it a ghost, some very hungry mice, or a sneaky thief with a big appetite known as the Gobbler Bandit? Can they catch the culprit before their school's big Meatball Mania fundraiser, or will it be a foodie fiasco?Julie Murphy creates another unforgettable protagonist for a whole new audience! Voracious chapter book readers, looking for new series, will fall for the funny, fearless Catty, who faces each new adventure with humor and emotional honestylearning when it's appropriate to pounce into action.

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Book SynopsisMagic meets football in this fun-filled series from legendary footballer Frank Lampard, for readers aged 5 and up.Frankie and his team love playing football. There's always time for a game - especially during the summer holidays!So Frankie and his friends can't believe it when the magic football sends them back in time to a boarding school . . . they're supposed to be on holiday! But there they meet George - the previous owner of their magic football. His brother got lost when they were on a desert island adventure. Can Frankie help to find him - and some buried treasure?

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Book SynopsisThe finale of the thrilling Fallen Academy series, sitting at the sweet spot between romantasy and dark academia, with an apocalyptic war between angels and demons thrown in for good measure. Get ready for your new obsession.

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Book SynopsisComet Street Kids reading books follow the adventures of Rav, Asha, Tess and Finn, four of the residents of Comet Street. There are 144 exciting stories in the series that children won't be able to put down.When Mr Edmunds’ favourite gnome goes missing, the Comet Street Kids are determined to solve the mystery. But after a lot of searching, it’s nowhere to be found. They can’t let Mr Edmunds down! Is there another answer?Reading age: 6-7 years

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Book SynopsisThe official prequel novel to the hit Umbrella Academy series on Netflix, starring a teenage Umbrella Academy in an original, darkly comic adventure written by New York Times bestselling author Alyssa Sheinmelnow in paperback The Umbrella Academy has always been extraordinaryready to leap to superpowered action at a moment's notice. But now that Five has disappeared and their fame has crested, sometimes the only thing Luther, Diego, Allison, Klaus, Ben, and Viktor want is to be normal . . . which is much easier said than done, when you were raised by someone like Hargreeves. For their exacting and tyrannical father figure, nothing is ever enough; which is why, during a dinnertime debriefing on their latest mission, Ben snaps, prompting Klaus to suggest that they all need a change of sceneryjust one night of partying like a bunch of average teens. In fact, Klaus knows just the place; there's a frat house in a neighboring college town that throws weekend blowouts. What could go wrong

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Book SynopsisFrom the author of Extraordinary and Call Me Sunflower, Emily Out of Focus is a warm and winning exploration of the complexity of family, friendship, and identity that readers will love.Twelve-year-old Emily is flying with her parents to China to adopt and bring home a new baby sister. She’s excited but nervous to travel across the world and very aware that this trip will change her entire life. And the cracks are already starting to show the moment they reach the hotel—her parents are all about the new baby and have no interest in exploring.In the adoption trip group, Emily meets Katherine, a Chinese-American girl whose family has returned to China to adopt a second child. The girls eventually become friends and Katherine reveals a secret: she’s determined to find her birth mother, and she wants Emily’s help.New country, new family, new responsibilities—it’s all a lot to handle, and Emily has never

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Book SynopsisInspired by Taylor Swift, this collection is perfect for all tortured artists, sensitive souls and hopeless romantics. Soothe your spirit with these timeless verses from some of the English language's greatest poets.

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Book Synopsis The Monster Storm is the second book in author Lourdes Heuer and award-winning illustrator Lynnor Bontigao’s young chapter-book series Seashell Key, perfect for fans of the Princess in Black and Mercy Watson series, about a diverse community of kids living in a beautiful seaside town—now in paperback It’s fall on the island of Seashell Key! A monster storm is on the horizon, but that won’t stop Mateo from entering the fall festival competitions, or Sophia and Sasha from showing off their swimming skills. When the storm finally hits, Eli, Ezra, and Elana gather around the flashlight to tell spooky stories about the monster of Seashell Key—that is if they can agree on what the monster actually is. When the storm finally passes, the gang has to work together to find Pixie the dog—hopefully before the monster of Seashell Key finds her! Filled with a vibrant cast and lots of fall fun, this is a great

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Book SynopsisThe true story of two boys who launched a LEGO man into space!With over 3 million views on YouTube and covered by almost every major news outlet in the world, the story of how two boys, Matthew Ho and Asad Muhammad, launched a LEGO man 80,000 feet into space using a weather balloon, a homemade parachute, and a video camera is truly an inspirational story for all ages.Now you can follow along with the plucky little “Legonaut” as he explains just how he became the very first LEGO Man in Space.With bright, original illustrations and loads of fun space facts and activities, kids everywhere will go wild for this true tale of a Legonaut legend and his space adventure. A triumph of science and curiosity, this children’s book is the first and only book to tell the story of how Mathew Ho and Asad Muhammad accomplished this amazing feat.LEGO Man in Space includes a resource guide for teachers with science activities, classroom crafts and games, and more!Trade Review“The brightly coloured drawings on a white background and Lego man's cheerful enthusiasm make this a real winner. Kids who can't get enough of space stories will lap this up and perhaps achieve some amazing feats of their own.” —North Shore News / Vancouver Sun“[A] sensational space tale of science on a shoestring.” —CS Monitor

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Book SynopsisAntonia must try to tame the wild gelding at the Rosenburg Riding Stables in the first book of this exciting new series! Antonia Rosenburg has always dreamed of winning the top riding competitions. But now that her faithful horse, Snow White, has become lame, Antonia’s dreams are squelched. How will she ever be able to compete without her trusty friend? Meanwhile, Rosenburg Riding Stables is receiving a new addition. A famous French jockey wants to board his prize gelding, Elfin Dance, at the stable, and Antonia finds herself overcome with joy and excitement. She immediately forms a deep connection with Elfin Dance, but no one else at the stable can get near him; he bucks them, runs away, and is generally cranky around anyone but Antonia. And while Antonia is fully capable of looking after Elfin Dance, will the famous Frenchman allow an eleven-year-old girl to care for his prize horse? Will Antonia be able to provide love for both him and her beloved Snow White? When the jockey turns up unexpectedly to check on his horse after a particularly heavy storm, will everything come unraveled with the horse’s training, or can Antonia save the day? This is a friendship between girl and horse beautifully told by Elisabeth Zöller and Brigitte Kolloch, featuring colour illustrations by Betina Gotzen-Beek, Antonia, the Horse Whisperer highlights a classic first love for many girls and sets the stage for a new horse series for young readers.Trade Review"Horse-loving girls will love this new horse whisperer and come away with a better understanding of the horses they adore." —Dandi Daley Mackall, author of the bestselling series Winnie the Horse Gentler, Starlight Animal Rescue, and Backyard Horses"Girls who love horses will find plenty to enjoy here, from the sympathetic human and equine characters to the unusual setting. Gotzen-Beek’s lively illustrations, reproduced in color, add visual interest to the well-paced story." —Booklist

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